GDP forecasts for four rapid-growth markets in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 25 October 2013 EY report forecasts growth rates for Egypt, Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa.
African Land Investments to buy shopping malls and office complexes Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 October 2013 “It was high time for somebody to set up a venture or a company that is going to be looking at acquiring completed properties.”
Understanding local payment methods is the key to African e-commerce success Published by Staff Writer on 25 October 2013 Nigeria’s Interswitch Verve and M-Pesa in Kenya are mobile payment systems online merchants need to know how to use.
Top Nigerian entrepreneur shares three ways for companies to retain employees Published by Kate Douglas on 24 October 2013 Training and retaining high quality staff is an important task for African firms.
Architect cashes in on Kenya’s growing property industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 October 2013 Denmark-born architect has designed and built residential and hospitality projects in Kenya.
Africa’s ‘glass with attitude’ Published by Mark Mobius on 24 October 2013 Diamonds continue to be an important resource and source of wealth in many African countries.
How oil is affecting Ghana’s economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 October 2013 Taking a closer look at the impact that Ghana’s young oil industry is having on the economy.
Africa’s Luanda and Juba in the top five most expensive oil towns for expats Published by Kate Douglas on 23 October 2013 International surveys show the high cost of living in oil producing African cities.
Africa could start attracting more global manufacturing companies, says economist Published by Staff Writer on 23 October 2013 The continent could start to attract manufacturing companies that require lower-skilled labour.
Climbing value chains: Options for African policy makers Published by Jean-Guy Afrika on 23 October 2013 There are opportunities for African firms to integrate into regional and global value chains.
Fresh Life toilets: A small business project and social initiative Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 October 2013 Saenergy provides a solution to budding entrepreneurs and the lack of clean toilets in Nairobi’s slums.
How Indian vehicle manufacturers are winning in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 October 2013 Since 2008 Indian car exports to African countries have grown 160%, shows report.
North Africa ideal for investment and expansion, says consultant Published by Kate Douglas on 22 October 2013 North African countries offer business opportunities in a range of industries.
Ghanaian businessman leaves European banking job to return home Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 October 2013 Samuel Waterberg returned to Ghana to “contribute to the development of my country”.